General NOVA News

Public Comment Sought on Chesapeake Bay TMDL Action Plan

October 28, 2024 / General NOVA News

As part of NOVA’s commitment to our MS4 Program and the environment, we are required to solicit public comment on NOVA’s draft Phase III Chesapeake Bay TMDL Action Plan. We would greatly appreciate your feedback no later than Thursday, October 31. Please click here to review and comment on NOVA’s draft Phase III Chesapeake Bay … Continued

Revised NOVA by the Numbers

October 28, 2024 / General NOVA News

In last week’s Tuesday Topic, President Kress shared NOVA by the Numbers, an easy-to-read view of the work of the College. We were made aware that there were a few discrepancies in some of the statistics, specifically student headcount and tuition costs. We want to be precise, so we have corrected those numbers, and you … Continued

Deadline for Spring 2025 LLI/NOVA Class Proposals Extended Friday, Nov. 1

October 28, 2024 / General NOVA News

Good news! The deadline for Spring 2025 Lifetime Learning Institute of Northern Virginia (LLI/NOVA) class proposals has been extended! If you were thinking you’d like to participate in this valuable and enriching opportunity to engage with these highly inquisitive and thoughtful students, you have until November 1 to submit a class proposal! LLI/NOVA, affiliated with … Continued

NOVA Online Up Close: Understanding Distance Learning Regs

October 28, 2024 / General NOVA News

Welcome to the first installment of our series, “NOVA Online Up Close.” Here, we share with you our practices and commitment to excellence in distance learning. While Federal and State regulations may not be the most exciting topic, they are vital to securing financial support (and avoiding penalties), which helps NOVA to meet its mission … Continued

Public Comment Sought on Chesapeake Bay TMDL Action Plan

October 25, 2024 / General NOVA News

As part of NOVA’s commitment to our MS4 Program and the environment, we are required to solicit public comment on NOVA’s draft Phase III Chesapeake Bay TMDL Action Plan. We would greatly appreciate your feedback no later than Thursday, October 31. Please click here to review and comment on NOVA’s draft Phase III Chesapeake Bay … Continued

Writing Ourselves In College Update

October 25, 2024 / General NOVA News

In Fall 2022, NOVA initiated “Writing Ourselves In” (WOI), a five-year quality enhancement plan (QEP) to improve course success in ENG-111, which is required for all students in nearly all programs at NOVA. By offering faculty and staff professional learning opportunities in three evidence-based teaching practices shown to improve outcomes associated with academic success, WOI … Continued

Deadline for Spring 2025 LLI/NOVA Class Proposals Extended to Nov. 1

October 25, 2024 / General NOVA News

Good news! The deadline for Spring 2025 Lifetime Learning Institute of Northern Virginia (LLI/NOVA) class proposals has been extended! If you were thinking you’d like to participate in this valuable and enriching opportunity to engage with these highly inquisitive and thoughtful students, you have until November 1 to submit a class proposal! LLI/NOVA, affiliated with … Continued

NOVA’s Guaranteed Interview Program Connects Students, Employers

October 24, 2024 / General NOVA News

NOVA’s Office of Business Engagement and Career Services, led by Director Dana Fallon, offers a dynamic, intentional and ever-evolving mix of programs and services to prepare students for meaningful employment in their chosen field. One particularly creative offering is the Guaranteed Interview Program, administered by Coordinator Rachel Krempasky and Specialist Dajah Nolan. NOVA’s Guaranteed Interview … Continued

NOVA Celebrates National Free Speech Week!

October 23, 2024 / General NOVA News

This week, NOVA joins in recognizing National Free Speech Week (FSW), an annual event dedicated to raising public awareness about the importance of freedom of speech and expressive activity. Free speech is a frequent topic of discussion on college campuses; particularly in an election year! National Free Speech Week serves as a unifying, non-partisan and … Continued

Deadline for Spring 2025 LLI/NOVA Class Proposals Extended to Nov. 1!

October 23, 2024 / General NOVA News

Good News! The deadline for Spring 2025 Lifetime Learning Institute of Northern Virginia (LLI/NOVA) class proposals has been extended! If you were thinking you’d like to participate in this valuable and enriching opportunity to engage with these highly inquisitive and thoughtful students, you have until November 1 to submit a class proposal!? LLI/NOVA, affiliated with … Continued